Research Safety Training
BIO304: Biosafety Cabinets & Fume Hoods
Who should complete this course?
Does your work require the use of a Biosafety Cabinet (BSC), Fume Hood, or Clean-Air Station? If so, it is strongly recommended you complete this training course. This course helps users understand the differences between the types of ventilation equipment, their uses, restrictions, protections, as well as how to protect the health and safety of the user. A copy of the completed training certificate must be maintained in the laboratory files and presented to the proper authorities upon request.
Read moreBIO305: NIH Guidelines for Recombinant and Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules
Who is required to take this course?
The goal of this course is to help Principal Investigator’s (PI) and Laboratory Staff know and understand their roles and responsibilities as it pertains to the NIH Guidelines and the Office of Biotechnology Activities (OBA). This course satisfies the training requirement outlined in the NIH Guidelines. A copy of the completed training certificate must be maintained in the laboratory files and presented to the proper authorities upon request.Read more
LSW2001: Laboratory Safety Workshop
Who should complete this course?
The Laboratory Safety Workshop is designed to offer an in-depth review of laboratory safety practices, UAB Policies, and Procedures, regulatory compliance, as well as legal and liability issues to Laboratory Managers, Supervisors, and Science Educators. UAB’s Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) will provide in-depth discussions and hands-on training on biosafety, chemical safety, hazardous waste, emergency response, use and maintenance of equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Read moreOHS101: Using PPE in the Laboratory
Who should complete this course?
This training is strongly recommended for individuals working with or around hazardous materials or substances. This course covers conducting a hazard assessment, choosing the right Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and correctly using, maintaining, or disposing of PPE. A copy of the completed training certificate must be maintained in the laboratory files and presented to the proper authorities upon request.Read more
OHS102: COVID-19: Methods of Protection During a Pandemic
Who should complete this course?
This training is strongly recommended for all UAB Faculty, Staff, and Students. This training is designed to briefly discuss the CDC Recommendation for wearing a cloth face covering during the COVID-19 Pandemic. A copy of the completed training certificate must be maintained in the laboratory files and presented to the proper authorities upon request.Read more
OHS200: Managing Compressed Gas Cylinders
Who should complete this course?
Are you responsible for handling, using, or transporting compressed gas cylinders? If so, this training course is required. A copy of the completed training certificate must be maintained in the laboratory files and presented to the proper authorities upon request.
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